Pune: A horrifying incident from Chakan, Pune, has sent shockwaves through the local community after a pack of stray dogs attacked a young boy.
The event, captured on video, shows a group of seven to eight stray dogs attempting to viciously maul the child in Kadachiwadi, a residential area near Chakan.
The boy was playing on Yash Park Road in Kadachiwadi when, without warning, a pack of stray dogs pounced on him. The attack left the boy helpless as the dogs bit and clawed at him.
Thankfully, the child’s relatives, who were nearby, quickly noticed the commotion. They immediately rushed to his aid, scaring away the dogs before they could cause further harm. Due to the swift response of the relatives, the boy's life was spared, though he sustained injuries in the attack.
The video of this incident has since gone viral, sparking widespread outrage among local residents. Many are now calling for immediate action from the authorities to address the growing problem of stray dogs in the area.
Concerned citizens are demanding that measures be taken to ensure the safety of children and other residents, as this is not the first incident of its kind in the region.
Local authorities have yet to respond to the demands, but the incident has reignited the debate over the control and management of stray dog populations, especially in densely populated residential areas.